Social Media Manager

Manchester, UK (Hybrid)

£36K/yr – £38K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

You will own U.P.'s social growth on Instagram and LinkedIn, shaping content strategy, creator partnerships and daily community engagement to build brand reach and reputation.

  • Build and execute a forward-looking content calendar and creator pipeline.
  • Translate performance data into smarter, more engaging content and partnerships.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own the growth of U.P.’s Instagram and LinkedIn channels, with accountability for reach, follower growth and audience quality.
  • Use social to increase awareness, visibility and reputation for the U.P. brand.
  • Build and manage a forward-looking content calendar that creates a consistent and recognisable presence.
  • Use performance data and insights to continually improve what we do.
  • Create and coordinate high-quality content across Instagram and LinkedIn, from trainer-led and educational content to brand storytelling and relevant trends.
  • Get out into our gyms and capture content yourself, including reels, stories and trainer filming sessions.
  • Develop recurring content formats that build recognition and consistency.
  • Ensure everything we publish feels unmistakably U.P. and meets our brand standards.
  • Own daily community management across Instagram and LinkedIn.
  • Engage with audiences in a specific, relevant and authentic way.

Requirements

  • You’ll have proven experience growing social channels for a brand, ideally within fitness, health, lifestyle or another premium consumer-facing industry.
  • More importantly, you’ll be someone who:
  • Has a proven track record of using Instagram and LinkedIn to build brand awareness and visibility .
  • Knows what good social content looks like and has strong instincts for spotting opportunities.
  • Has experience identifying, approaching and onboarding creators, and building relationships that last.
  • Is comfortable working directly with talent, whether that’s trainers, creators or industry voices.
  • Can confidently pick up a camera, capture content in a gym and turn an opportunity into something engaging.
  • Is organised enough to manage a content calendar, creator pipeline, growth targets and reporting without losing creative momentum.
  • Is a natural relationship-builder who can earn the trust of trainers, creators and colleagues.
  • Is comfortable with data and knows how to turn social performance metrics into better decisions.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Pension scheme: salary sacrifice with employer contributions
  • Simply Health policy: claim back costs for dental, optical, physio, massage & more
  • Exclusive UP discounts, including 40% off our supplements, books, and partner offers
  • Personal Training discounts: up to 50% off our world-class transformation programme (up to 36 sessions a year) for you and a loved one
  • Salary sacrifice benefits: Cycle to Work, Tech, and Home schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme: free 24/7 mental health, counselling, and financial advice
  • Hybrid working: two days per week working from home
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Ultimate Performance

3.8 Glassdoor

The world’s leading personal training business.More than a gym. A life-changing experience.Ultimate Performance is a results-driven, data-powered training facility. We offer private, distraction-free spaces, world-class trainers, and exclusive methods that ensure every client achieves their goals.Our proven approach, backed by real-time progress tracking and accountability, guarantees measurable results. With 97% of clients hitting their targets, we’re setting the standard in fitness.Experience the world’s leading personal trainers for yourself.* Private, results-driven spaces: No crowds, no distractions—just a dedicated, exclusive environment for focused training.* World-class trainers: Only the top 1% of trainers make the cut, bringing unparalleled expertise to every session.* Data-powered results: Track 50+ metrics in real-time through the UP Transform app, ensuring progress is measurable and results are guaranteed.* Tailored programs: Custom training and nutrition plans created from over 150 personal data points to suit your unique needs and goals.* 7-day support: Ongoing guidance with daily check-ins, accountability, and tailored advice to keep you on track.* Proven track record: 97% of clients hit their goals, making us the leader in effective, transformative fitness.* Holistic approach: We focus on every aspect of your transformation, from nutrition and habits to mindset, for long-term success.

Founded in 2009
London Colney, England, GBR
362 employees (14 in marketing)
1% recommend to a friend
1% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

£36K/yr – £38K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
14 (4% of company)
Median Tenure
4.7 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Funding

Total Funding
$11.3M
Last Raise
$1.3M
Private Equity

Funding History

  • Jan 2025
    Private Equity • $1.3M
  • Oct 2016
    Series Unknown • $10M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
479.7M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$3.2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
4.6%
Direct
54.3%
Referral
9.9%
Social
27.9%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~362

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